Is Microcement Slippery?

Microcement Slip Resistance: The Full Picture

Microcement's slip resistance is entirely determined by the sealant specification — the microcement material itself has minimal influence. A smooth gloss or satin sealant creates a surface that can be slippery when wet, comparable to a polished tile or sealed stone. A sealant with anti-slip additive, or a textured microcement finish, significantly increases grip and makes the surface safe in wet conditions.

For any wet area installation — showers, bath floors, wet rooms, wet changing rooms, pool surrounds, outdoor terraces — anti-slip specification is not optional. It is a safety requirement and, in commercial and public settings, a legal requirement under Irish and UK building regulations. Our certified applicators are trained to correctly specify and apply anti-slip treatment, and all Cementec commercial wet area specifications include this as standard.

Anti-Slip Additive

Anti-slip additive is a fine aggregate (typically aluminium oxide) mixed into the sealant before application. Different quantities and particle sizes achieve different slip resistance values. Light anti-slip is appropriate for domestic bathroom and shower floors. Medium anti-slip suits wet room floors, changing rooms and covered outdoor terraces. Heavy anti-slip is specified for pool surrounds, unprotected outdoor surfaces and commercial wet areas with high traffic.

Textured Microcement Finishes

Our Sand and Rustic textured microcement finishes provide inherent grip that reduces the need for heavy anti-slip additive in domestic settings. These finishes are popular for spa floors, wet rooms and bathroom floors where texture contributes positively to the aesthetic as well as providing safety. The texture does not impede cleaning — the surface is still seamless and easy to mop.